Requested a late-filing tax extension? The deadline is looming closer

The IRS is urging Americans who received a late-filing extension to submit their 2021 tax returns before the Oct. 17 deadline.

Local RV company rated F by BBB; customers talk with FOX 26

The Better Business Bureau of Greater Houston tells FOX 26, they are looking into a local company, VaKay RV after receiving several complaints about late payments, no payments, mixed messages and ignored communication.

Tupperware selling at Target stores nationwide

Tupperware Brands Corp. CEO Miguel Fernandez announced Monday that Target is now selling its popular food storage containers. 

Free samples return to Trader Joe's, customers rejoice

From the pre-pandemic days, Trader Joe's has started to bring back free samples at many of its stores.

Christmas tree growers in US predict stocked supply this year, but with higher prices

Like most consumer goods this year, Christmas tree growers in the survey said wholesale prices are likely to increase a bit in 2022 — citing a jump in their own input costs.

Goodwill stores take thrifting online for shoppers

Goodwill’s new online store opens as soaring inflation is compelling shoppers to look for bargains.

Can scam victims get their money back from payment apps?
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More people continue to lose money to scammers asked to send it through payment apps like Zelle and CashApp and they cannot get that money back. However, Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan has learned there may be a way victims can get that money back.

Getting refunded for payment app scams
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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says banks should reimburse victims for scam payment app transactions. FOX 26's Heather Sullivan shares how people might be able to get their money back from payment app scams.

Skimpflation: Watchdogs say look out for food ingredient changes amid shortages

Consumer watchdogs say "Skimpflation," otherwise known as ingredient changes in foods and beverages is being more and more noticeable amid supply chain delays and shortages.

Baby formula shortage: US to allow long-term foreign imports to prevent repeat

For decades, the U.S. formula industry has been dominated by a handful of companies, excluding similar products from overseas. A new plan will change that.

How a Texas man paid off $47,000 amid credit card debt climbing
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High inflation has driven up credit card debt to $67 billion in the last few months. That's why Juan Pinon wants those struggling to pay off debt to know that it can be done. He paid off $47,000 in less than three years.